Pentax X-5 vs Samsung DV300F

On this page, we are looking at the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung DV300F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the DV300F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was released 8 months later than the DV300F and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the X-5 scores against the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 and Samsung DV300F. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax X-5 has external measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung DV300F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the X-5 and the DV300F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and DV300F is 65 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and DV300F.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of files though you should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The younger X-5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.